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Aircraft & defence: first Chinese aircraft carrier joins the Navy

Beijing, China - J-15 aircraft fighter full-size models on the deck

China has refitted its first aircraft carrier. The vessel Varyag, second unit of the Admiral Kuznetsov class, seems to be ready for action after two years spent being towed to the Asian giant. After many rumors about its final destination (research platform for a Chinese carrier, total upgrade for active service, floating casino) the ship is ready to join the fleet. In spite of recent indiscretions...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1138766
Rome, Italy, 03/19/2012 17:33
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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